The Chevy Cavalier was produced between 1981 and 2005 over the course of three generations, with General Motors reintroducing the nameplate for international markets in 2016. Now, this well-preserved 1989 Chevy Cavalier Z24 is up grabs in Chicago.
This particular Chevy Cavalier hails from the second generation, which was introduced for the 1988 model year. The second-gen followed the first with new styling, which includes classic, boxy features and lines. The rectangular headlamps form a cohesive “bar” across the front end, bookending the central grille intake.
The whole thing is covered in white paint, which is offset by black trim bits along the profile. The grille insert is also done in black, framing a red Chevy Bow Tie in the middle of the grille. Lower in the body, we spot silver body elements, which add a nice complement to the white panels. The trunk section includes a luggage rack, while the convertible roof top is also in white.
Overall, this 1989 Chevy Cavalier Z24 looks to be in pretty good condition, and that extends into the cabin space, where the gray interior looks good as well. The seats are bucket units that were redesigned for the 1989 model year and only equipped RS and Z24 models. The center stack includes controls for the air conditioning and heater, as well as the stereo, which includes an AM/FM radio player, and a tape player. There’s also a cigarette lighter, something you don’t see too often these days. Other standout details include power windows and power locks.
Under the hood, this Chevy Cavalier is equipped with a naturally aspirated 2.8L V6 engine, an optional upgrade that doled out 130 horsepower when new. While not mind-blowing by modern standards, the low 2,665-pound curb weight meant that the 1989 Chevy Cavalier still had decent performance for the day. The V6 drives the front wheels by way of a three-speed automatic transmission.
Now, this mint 1989 Chevy Cavalier Z24 Convertible is listed for sale at $10,990. The odometer reads 47,007 miles.
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Source: Cars.com
Comments
I don’t know if I would consider the cavalier as such as a great car when the had so much trouble with them. My friend had 2 of them and both had problems with the heads on them. I stayed away from alot of cars back in the day cause history of problems with them. I pretty much stuck with the v8 cars that had good history of racing .
I had a ’91 back in the days, wasn’t great but I’d actually miss that car.
I bought a brand new 86 Z24 for my wife…she absolutely loved that car…we felt it was a great car it had a cool digital dash, with outside temperature gage which was kinda of a new feature in cars at that time.
It first year for the center mounted rear brake light.
It was a fun car that was problem free…we traded in on a new 1991 chevy lumina.
11 large for a piece of junk that should be wiped from everyone’s memory bank.
I had a blue 1988 Z24 with a white top. I ran well never any problems. My wife’s 1986 Fierro GT with the 2.8 V6 was faster both were fun and great on gas .Many trips were taken with the top down, you could burn and not know it till latter that evening.
When I met my wife back in 1989, she had a brand new Cavalier Z24, 5 speed. I had the same year Beretta GT, 5 speed. Identical powertrains but her Z24 was a bit faster than my GT. I often wondered if it was the functional hood scoop that gave the Z24 the slight edge. My Beretta was definitely more comfortable though and a much nicer road trip car. During the same time period, my Mom and sister in law each had a new Cavalier RS and my sister had a new Pontiac Sunbird.
Not sure I understand where the hate’s coming from where these cars are concerned? Perhaps I’m just reliving some glory days but I remember them both being very reliable. Never an issue with either car and we owned them both over 4 years. Traded hers in on a new 1993 Honda Civic sport coupe and I got a new 1993 Ford Ranger XLT 4×4.
Useless fact, but when we got married back in 91, we had 7 cars in our wedding party lineup. All Cavalier’s and Berretta’s. When we got the photo proofs back from the photographer I realized that bone head didn’t take one damn picture of the car lineup. Sighhh
I loved those late 80s GM cars and found them very modern compared to other cars of the same era. This Z24, Fiero, Reatta, TransAm, Sunbird, Allante and some others were beautiful cars that I am glad to remember…
Go back in time and buy it and enjoy it for 10 yrs and then send it to Barret-Jackson and put your kids through college with the profit.
I wouldn’t say its a bad car I have a 1997 I’m the first owner she just turned 24 years old she still drives good and I’m just now starting to replace things so just because y’all don’t like the 80s you shouldn’t believe what other people tell you about them mine is a 2.4 and she still gets 35 miles to the gallon and she will still go from 0 to 100 in just a second.
I’d buy it and ls swap it
I have a nicer g-body I will sell you for 15k don’t be a fool and have to fab a new front and rear suspension and a tunnel.
I love these cars!!! Still look great 30 years later!!
I owned one of these when I met my husband, had a lot of fun with the car and always regretted selling it.
Mind you it was a black 1990 hard top with 3.1 5 speed and a few performance upgrades. Been looking for quite a while for another one in nice condition which is quite the task. Some previous comments state it’s a high price tag and I agree but you get what you pay for. I’ve seen many rust buckets out there that need extensive repairs that would cost time and money in the long run. This car came from the original owner with clean car fax, supporting documents, definitely well maintained and garage kept. Although it’s not perfect but what 32 year old car is, which is half the fun of making it your own. How do I know all this you say? Because I bought this beauty and she’s sitting in my garage 😀
I had 2 Cavalier Z24s. A 1991 white one and a 2001 red. Loved them both! Never had any issues with either, and the 2001 survived a serious accident. I wish I had both of them back!!!
Owned a 1989 Z-24 automatic and drove it from 1994 to 1999. Powerful car but the cost of fixing a cracked head and a few other minor issues would have run me near 1K, so I traded it in. I loved that car though.